Want your tiny tykes to compete? Kids ages 18 months to 5 years are invited to participate. Signup is open until Thursday, July 20 at 5:00 p.m. MST. No race-day registration is available so don’t miss signing up online!

Racers are coming from across the U.S., as well as 50 competitors from 10 additional countries; Aruba, China, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Japan, Russia, Tahiti, Taiwan, Thailand, and Canada.

The youngest registered racer is 18-month-old Walker Huntsman of Salt Lake City. Toddlers will put their Strider Bike skills to the test during the family-friendly races. The event also features a free Strider Adventure Zone play area with loaner bikes and helmets on both days for kids 2-5 years old.

During Strider races, relatives and spectators ring cowbells and cheer on toddlers who kick their short legs along a 600-foot plus course with obstacles. All racers are treated to a podium award ceremony, where they receive either a trophy or a medal.

The Strider Cup World Championship includes the 2-year-old and under class and the 3-year-old class, both sponsored by LDS Hospital. Competitive Cyclist is sponsoring the 4-year-old class. The 5-year-old class is sponsored by The Color Run.

Nearly 30 athletes will compete in the Special Needs Races sponsored by Chick-fil-A. Strider donated bikes to local organizations.

About Author

Jenny Willden is the Managing Editor of Outdoor Sports Guide and a self-proclaimed gear and grammar nut. She's a member of the North American Travel Journalists Association and the Adventure Travel Trade Association. A lover of adventure and travel, she's happiest when riding horses or snowboarding in Utah’s mountains. Follow Jenny’s exploits on Twitter @jennywillden or Instagram @jlwillden.

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